gypsyatheart

gypsyatheart

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  1. neonatal websites

    gypsyatheart replied to Humbled_Nurse's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Wow! Thanks so much for the great websites listed. I have been looking around for good sites like these. Thanks

  2. Salinas, Ca/Salinas Valley Memorial...??'s

    gypsyatheart posted a topic in California Nursing

    Hello fellow CA nurses! I am considering a package/re-location to Salinas . The hospital is Salinas Valley Memorial. Does anyone have any info on the area, or the hospital? I'm mainly concerned about...

  3. Gentamycin question

    gypsyatheart replied to whimsical5's topic in General Nursing

    I've always given gent via piggyback...at least over 30min. B/C of the nephrotoxicity

  4. When the Board of Nursing is out to get you....

    gypsyatheart replied to PrisonrNurs's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry this is happening to you...I agree, I think the inmates are looking to "mess with you". If I were you I would 1)Document everything, and I mean everything from times and dates to complaints...

  5. MedicalZebra Update

    gypsyatheart replied to MedicalZebra's topic in General Nursing

    My condolences, I am very sorry for your loss. Truly so

  6. Male manager of OB

    gypsyatheart replied to Jabramac's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Excellent post Dayray! Excellent input from one male nurse to

  7. DIC Survivor

    gypsyatheart replied to hunnybee's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am so happy you survived! You are indeed

  8. When pt is refusing a C/S

    gypsyatheart replied to RaeT,RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Thanks for the links, Altalorraine. I was referencing post #17(also post #7, I think)....a current day (supposedly) forced c-section. I did see in the links about cases from back in the mid 80's time...

  9. Male manager of OB

    gypsyatheart replied to Jabramac's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Now this I agree with. I don't care so much about your gender, but your lack of expertise in the area you choose to "manage". Especially an area like L&D! I've been victim of those managers who...

  10. quick question

    gypsyatheart replied to ladylabor's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Well, I don't know if you work in Labor and Delivery, but many times there are many, many people in the room w/the laboring mom. As you know, labor can often take a long time. It is made clear,at...

  11. Thinking about becoming a lpn???

    gypsyatheart replied to needajob's topic in General Nursing

    That's great that you've chosen the nursing field....best of luck to you. I would offer one piece of advice, however....and please, be rest assured that I mean no disrespect to LPN's.....but I think...

  12. quick question

    gypsyatheart replied to ladylabor's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I think an objective statement should do it. Inject no personal feelings. And I mean objective in terms of medically, what he was doing, assisting w/mother's positioning to facilitate delivery.....?...

  13. ques. for L&D nurses.(Long)

    gypsyatheart replied to sconoli's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Bottom line...educate yourself....get a "What to expect when you're expecting book" and take Prepared Childbirth classes. Labor does hurt, I've had 4 and am an L&D RN. Everyone's experience is...

  14. When pt is refusing a C/S

    gypsyatheart replied to RaeT,RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I agree, when and where did this happen? I can't see that happenning either. Incidentally, I was, just recently, involved w/a case similar, need for c/s, mom refusing, etc. No way was the doc going...

  15. Commuting to work

    gypsyatheart replied to ParrotHeadRN's topic in General Nursing

    An old trick I heard long distance drivers use a lot is keeping ice cold, sliced lemons w/you....in a baggie w/ice for instance. When you feel like you're geting into that "zone", take a bite of the...

  16. maternity leave -- how long?

    gypsyatheart replied to amyrae76's topic in General Nursing

    Well, it really all depends on your finances, doesn't it? That's what dictates most people working (and especially working mothers....w/a tiny newborn at home)..... I would say opt for as much time...

  17. If it wasn't for bad luck....

    gypsyatheart replied to galenight's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! You are going through a lot. I hope everything works out OK for you.... Sending some positive energy your way :) Take it one day at a time, one step at a time, I'm sure you know that. Try not to...

  18. 87 yr old new mother

    gypsyatheart replied to WannaBRN4's topic in General Nursing

    Actually the oldest woman to give birth, was 66yo. One yr ago, she became pregnant via IVF. She just celebrated the little baby girl's 1st

  19. Do other RN's imply you give "too much" nursing care??? (long vent)

    gypsyatheart replied to ICURN_NC's topic in General Nursing

    ICURN It sounds like you're doing a great job and that you're very caring as well. IMO, "older" (as in more experienced/seasoned) nurses get very burnt and jaded, as well. I think it's wonderful to...

  20. anyone worked for Readylink?

    gypsyatheart replied to pamelanevada's topic in Travel

    They have a horrible reputation. You should check out Travel Nurses and Therapist forum on delphi. Do a search there and you'll get lots of

  21. What if you want to take a long trip?

    gypsyatheart replied to MarySunshine's topic in General Nursing

    You have lots of options: Per diem employment Agency nursing Leave of Absence Quit and start working again when you return I say go for it and have the time of your

  22. Vet tech calling herself RN

    gypsyatheart replied to Nightcrawler's topic in General Nursing

    Agreed! It is quite flippant to say "oh, just get over it"....very dismissive. No, we won't be "getting over it"....nursing is hard enough and we get little enough respect as it is, we don't need the...

  23. Vet tech calling herself RN

    gypsyatheart replied to Nightcrawler's topic in General Nursing

    Well, yeah, the reason is because it is illegal. Bottom line, no two ways about it. It is misleading as well as unethical, but ultimately, it is illegal. As an RN you don't greet a pt. and tell them...

  24. Beware of hand-cranks on hospital beds.....sad.

    gypsyatheart replied to funnygirl_rn2's topic in General Nursing

    This is the kind of thing that just burns me up!:angryfire And why in the world would this nurse even think about not filing wokmen's comp??? That is ludicrous! In fact, I would be at an attorney's...

  25. Certification for ADN nurse

    gypsyatheart replied to zacarias's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I'm thinking maybe you need to re-post using a different title....I'm not sure what "ADN Nursing" has to do with what you're asking.... It sounds like you need info on becoming an RN-C? In your...